Mountlake Terrace had its official holiday tree lighting Dec. 1, but lights are also visible on the city’s water tower, which used to serve as the official “tree” for city before the new city hall was constructed. — Photo by David Carlos
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Scene on Lake Ballinger: Gone fishing
Scene nearby: Elf storage?
Yes, it’s intentional: This place has a little fun with its name this time each year. Located at South 25th Street and South Holgate Way, Tacoma. — Photo by David Carlos
Scene nearby: Have some holiday cheer with your burger
Lake Ballinger scenics: Saturday morning
— Photos by David Carlos
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: 13 years ago, there was snow
David Carlos sent these photos of the snowy weather in Mountlake Terrace, which he took 13 years ago — on Nov. 23, 2010.
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Fall colors at the library
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Oh, deer
Doug Waterman spotted this deer at the trail entrance to Terrace Creek Park at 51st Avenue West and 224th Street Southwest.
Scene over Lake Ballinger: Sunday morning
Scene over Lake Ballinger: Cloud cover
— Photos by Robert Perna
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Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Fall colors
Photos by David Carlos, taken at Mountlake Terrace High School Friday.
Scene nearby: Shoreline’s Highland Ice Arena demolished
The building that once housed Shoreline’s Highland Ice Arena, located at 18005 Aurora Ave. N., was demolished this week, making way for new apartments. The arena closed in October 2022 after 60 years in business. Through the decades, the arena has seen innumerable skating lessons, hockey games, parties, and practices. The original owners –Dorothy and…
Scene Monday: Edmount Island
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Fishing at the pier
Enjoying the fishing at the Lake Balllinger fishing pier Wednesday. (Photos by Ralph Sanders)
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Ballinger Park construction overview — July 30, 2023
David Carlos on June 25 began taking weekly photographs via drone to capture the progress of the fish and wildlife restoration project at Ballinger Park. The $5.5 million project aims to transform Ballinger Park into a natural area with wetlands, riparian corridors, natural vegetation, habitat for birds, fish, turtles and amphibians – and hopefully someday…
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Ballinger Park construction overview — July 23, 2023
David Carlos on June 25 began taking weekly photographs via drone to capture the progress of the fish and wildlife restoration project at Ballinger Park. The $5.5 million project aims to transform Ballinger Park into a natural area with wetlands, riparian corridors, natural vegetation, habitat for birds, fish, turtles and amphibians – and hopefully someday…
Scene on Lake Ballinger: The serenity of an early morning paddle
— Photos by Niall McShane
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Lost your glasses at the parade?
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Transit Center work
Work on the Mountlake Terrace Transit Center continues Wednesday, part of the Lynnwood Link Right Rail extension set to be completed in 2024. — Reader submitted photos
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Getting ready for Tour de Terrace
The Davis Shows Northwest traveling carnival has arrived in Mountlake Terrace and workers are setting up for this weekend’s Tour de Terrace festival at Evergreen Playfield Complex, 22205 56th Ave. W. Hours Friday, July 21: 2-11 p.m. Saturday, July 22: Noon-11 p.m. Sunday, July 23: Noon-6 p.m. The Tour de Terrace parade starts at 6:45…
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Sunday at the lake
— Photos by David Carlos
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Park perch
A blue heron spotted in a tree at Ballinger Park. (Photo by Helen Jeremiah)
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Sunday morning
Scene in Mountlake Terrace: Playground views
The latest look at the accessible playground at Ballinger Park, which is expected to open soon, the City of Mountlake Terrace says. — Photos by David Carlos